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Jannat S.

Abbotsford, Canada

$35/hr
4.9
109 jobs

🏆 TOP RATED PLUS 🏅 CERTIFIED VR CREATOR 🏅 100 % JOB SUCCESS I am a Fullstack Developer experienced in AR/VR Development and Game Development. I write clean and well documented code. Over 10 years of development experience. and making Mobile, VR, and Web apps. I am also an author at SitePoint, which is a popular web development platform for other developers. I currently develop games and Virtual Reality apps (got to be ready for the next big party!). I use Unity3d & Unreal Engine for developing games and other 3D projects. I have a couple of certifications on Unity and C#. I have developed for Apple Vision Pro, HTC Vive and Oculus Quest 1,2 and 3. Besides coding, I like meta learning and reading and neuroscience. I also write voraciously (well at-least I'd like to think so)! With me you will get a responsible developer, who can finish tasks on time and communicates well. I also care about your business and where it's headed, and focus on building long term relationships.

  • Virtual Reality
  • Unity
  • Augmented Reality
  • AR Filters & Lenses
  • Phaser
  • Three.js
  • AR & VR Applications
  • AR & VR
  • AR Application
  • VR Application
  • AR & VR Development
  • Game Development
  • ARKit
  • Simulation Software
  • AR Foundation
Klein B.

São Leopoldo, Brazil

$30/hr
5.0
144 jobs

I’m a Unity Game Developer with 100+ Unity-based games, mobile games, video games, AR/VR applications, and interactive experiences built from scratch for startups, small businesses, and enterprise clients. As a Unity developer, I’ve worked on Game Development, Mobile Game Development, Video Game Software, AR & VR Development, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Photon Unity Networking, and cross-platform projects for iOS, Android, PC, Windows, Steam, and VR devices. 𝙃𝙤𝙬 𝙄 𝘾𝙖𝙣 𝙃𝙚𝙡𝙥 𝙔𝙤𝙪: 1️⃣ Unity Game Development: I build complete Unity games and mobile games with smooth gameplay mechanics, clean scenes, engaging UI, strong performance, and scalable project structure. 2️⃣ Mobile Game Development: I develop mobile games and interactive apps for iOS and Android using Unity and C#, making sure the game runs smoothly across smartphones, tablets, and mobile platforms. 3️⃣ AR/VR Development: I create AR applications, Augmented Reality experiences, Virtual Reality projects, and AR & VR interactive solutions for training, education, entertainment, simulation, and business use. 4️⃣ Online Multiplayer & Photon Unity Networking: I can integrate multiplayer features, real-time gameplay, user systems, matchmaking, and online game functionality using Photon Unity Networking and Unity multiplayer tools. 5️⃣ Bug Fixing, Optimization & Game Improvement: I fix bugs, clean up Unity projects, improve performance, reduce load times, optimize gameplay, and make existing games feel smoother, faster, and more polished. 6️⃣ Game Prototypes & Full Builds: I help turn ideas into playable game prototypes, MVPs, demos, and complete video games ready for testing, pitching, or launch. 𝙆𝙚𝙮 𝘼𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨: 🔹 Built 100+ Unity games, mobile games, AR/VR apps, and interactive applications. 🔹 Delivered a Unity mobile game with 50,000+ downloads. 🔹 Improved Unity game performance by up to 40% through debugging and optimization. 🔹 Integrated AR/VR features and Photon Unity Networking multiplayer systems in 20+ projects. 🔹 Built game prototypes that helped startups present their ideas, test gameplay, and attract investor interest. 🔹 Worked with designers, developers, and business teams to deliver polished, scalable Unity projects on time. 𝙀𝙭𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙩𝙞𝙨𝙚: 🔹 Game Engines: Unity, Unity3D, Game Engine, Video Game Software 🔹 Game Development: Game Development, Mobile Game Development, Video Game, Game, Mobile Game 🔹 AR/VR: AR & VR, AR/VR Development, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, AR Applications, AR/VR Devices & Platforms 🔹 Multiplayer: Photon Unity Networking, online multiplayer, real-time gameplay systems 🔹 Platforms: iOS, Android, PC, Microsoft Windows, Steam, VR devices, smartphones, tablets 🔹 Tools & Languages: C#, Unity Editor, Visual Studio, Git, debugging tools, asset management 🔹 Services: Bug fixing, performance optimization, game prototypes, gameplay systems, UI, animations, project cleanup, and full Unity development The best way to start is with a free call and a quick review of your Unity game, mobile game, or AR/VR project needs. Send me a message, and I’ll help you figure out the best next step.

  • Virtual Reality
  • Unity
  • Mobile Game Development
  • AR & VR
  • Mobile Game
  • Game Development
  • Game Testing
  • PC Game
  • Game
  • Game Prototype
  • Game Controller
  • Video Game
  • Game Mechanics
  • Game Customization
  • AR & VR Applications
  • AR & VR Development
  • Game Engine
  • Photon Unity Networking
  • Augmented Reality
  • AR Application
Abhishek P.

Surat, India

$10/hr
4.9
74 jobs

I’m a Unity Game Developer & Designer with 5+ years of professional experience building high-quality games and interactive experiences for mobile, PC, WebGL, AR, and VR platforms. I specialize in transforming ideas into polished, scalable, and visually engaging games — from gameplay systems and multiplayer networking to optimization, UI/UX, animations, VFX, and complete game architecture. I’ve worked on multiplayer games, racing games, simulation projects, AR/VR applications, real-money game systems, casual games, and large-scale Unity projects for both companies and international clients. My experience allows me to handle the full development cycle independently while maintaining production-level quality and performance. What makes me different is that I combine both technical development and creative game design skills, helping clients not only build games that work smoothly, but games that actually feel professional and enjoyable to play. Expertise *Unity 2D & 3D Game Development *Multiplayer Systems (Photon, Mirror, Netcode) *Mobile, PC & WebGL Optimization *AR & VR Application Development *Gameplay Systems & Game Mechanics *API Integration, Backend & SocketIO • Shader Graph, VFX & Particle Systems • Animation, Timeline & Rigging • Lighting, Post Processing & Environment Design • Blender 3D, Terrain & Level Design • UI/UX Design using Photoshop & Figma • 2D & 3D Animation Integration What You Can Expect *Clean, scalable, production-ready code *Fast communication and professional workflow • Strong focus on gameplay feel and user experience • High-quality visuals with optimized performance • Ability to handle complete projects from prototype to release --Whether you need a multiplayer game, mobile game, AR/VR experience, game prototype, or a complete polished product, I can help bring your vision to life with professional quality and attention to detail.

  • Unity
  • Online Multiplayer
  • Mobile Game
  • Game Development
  • 3D Animation
  • Photon Unity Networking
  • AR & VR
  • Blockchain, NFT & Cryptocurrency
  • Game Design
  • 3D Modeling
  • 2D Design
  • Mobile UI Design
Zeus Justine C.

Quezon City, Philippines

$13/hr
5.0
34 jobs

Hi, I'm Zeus!⚡🎮 8+ Years in 3D Art & Development | 8th Wall Developer | Roblox | Matterport I build captivating worlds and interactive objects for Augmented Reality 🕶️ and Virtual Reality 🥽. From initial concept to final deployment, I craft optimized, high-quality 3D experiences that engage users and bring ideas to life. ✨ My Core Expertise: 🧩 End-to-End 3D Pipeline: Modeling, UV Unwrapping, PBR Texturing (Substance Painter), Lighting, and Optimization. 🎯 AR/VR & Metaverse Development: Proficient in Unity and Unreal Engine for creating immersive environments. Expertise in environment setup, lighting, and baking. 📱 Platform Deployment: Expert in preparing 3D assets for Web, Mobile AR, E-commerce (GLTF/GLB), and setting up 3D VR scenes in Unity. 🏗️ Architectural Visualization & Photogrammetry: Transforming real-world spaces and objects into interactive digital experiences. Optimization and Retopology of scanned models. 🎮 Roblox 3D Modeling: Experience in modeling for Roblox. History of working in a studio. 💡 What I Deliver: Highly optimized 3D models for smooth AR/VR performance. Interactive scenes and user interfaces for immersive environments. Ready-to-use GLB/GLTF files for web, apps, and social media filters. Let's connect and build the next dimension together! 🚀

  • AR & VR Development
  • 3D Modeling
  • 3D Rendering
  • 3D Texturing & Lighting
  • Autodesk 3ds Max
  • Substance Painter
  • Blender
  • Unity
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • SketchUp
  • Unreal Engine
  • CAD
  • Game Development
  • Photogrammetry
Muhammad Malook U.

Jamshoro, Pakistan

$12/hr
5.0
2 jobs

I build VR applications and gameplay systems in Unreal Engine, Blueprint-first, C++ where it earns its place, and always with real users in mind. One of the developers behind Final Overs – VR Cricket, a published Meta Quest title accepted into Meta Horizon+ with 20M+ balls played and 200K+ matches globally. I've also shipped VR training platforms for government and enterprise clients on Meta Quest — the kind that run reliably across long sessions with hundreds of end users, not just look good in a demo. What I work on VR development for Meta Quest 2/3/3S, XR plugin setup, hand tracking, teleportation and locomotion systems, controller interaction, and porting Unreal projects to standalone Quest builds. I know where Quest's mobile GPU, thermal budget, and memory ceiling will break your project before it ships. Gameplay systems in Blueprints and C++, character controllers, interaction systems, combat logic, enemy AI, save/load systems, UI and HUD with UMG, weapon systems, and Blueprint architecture that stays clean as the project grows. I also handle asset import and organization, collision fixes, Unreal Engine packaging, and plugin integration. For larger worlds: World Partition, level streaming, and async level loading so open-world builds stay performant. For team projects: source control with Git, Perforce, and Plastic, and collaborative development workflows. Shipped work VR Cricket title (Meta Quest, Meta Horizon+), 20M+ balls played, 200K+ matches, major UX overhaul that raised engagement +19% 15+ VR training simulations (healthcare, education, government), interactive decision flows, performance tracking, hundreds of end users Enterprise deployment on Meta Quest with structured progression and multi-scenario systems Technical depth Unreal Engine 5 · Blueprint scripting · C++ · VR / XR development · Meta Quest SDK · UMG UI systems · Character controller · Interaction system · Enemy AI · Save/load system · Combat systems · Asset import and migration · Collision setup · Project packaging · World Partition · Level streaming · Plugin development · Git · Perforce · Plastic · Unreal Profiler · Performance optimization · SideQuest · Meta Quest Developer Hub . Dynamic load/save system with unreal . VR prototyping . Unreal blueprinting. Consultation I offer fixed-scope consultations for teams trying to hit stable frame rates on Quest 3/3S, draw call reduction, texture budgets, thermal stability, and rendering optimization using renderdoc. I work best with teams shipping serious VR products, training platforms, simulations, or gameplay systems that need to perform under real user load. If you need a developer who has shipped applications used by real organizations and hundreds of thousands of users, send a message with your platform target, scope, and timeline. I'll respond within a few hours.

  • Virtual Reality
  • C++
  • Unreal Engine
  • Virtual Reality Game
  • Metaverse
  • Game Mechanics
  • User Interface Design
  • AR & VR Development
  • Game
  • UnrealScript
  • Prototyping
  • Steam API
  • First-Person Shooter
  • Meta Quest
  • Simulation Software
  • Multiplayer
  • Game Development Bug Fix
  • PC Game
  • Personal Computer
  • Perforce
Abdulsalam A.

Amman, Jordan

$50/hr
5.0
23 jobs

20+ published games. 25+ shipped apps. Millions of downloads. 10+ years in the field. Every review on Upwork is 5 stars. I build games, apps, and the systems behind them, and I ship them to real users. Not prototypes that die on a hard drive. Live products on Google Play and the App Store. Games and 3D Unity, Godot, and Unreal. Gameplay and combat systems built from scratch, dialogue and interaction systems, custom editor tools, and real-time multiplayer with Photon PUN2, Photon Fusion, Netcode for GameObjects, FishNet, and PlayFab. Full ad monetization pipelines with AdMob, Unity Ads, LevelPlay, and Meta mediation. 2D mobile game, 3D multiplayer arena, or something in between, I have built and shipped it. AR, VR and XR AR and VR for Meta Quest, mobile, and desktop. ARCore and ARKit, interactive 3D apps, and training and education experiences. Including apps built to Google Play Families policy and the Apple Kids Category, which have their own compliance rules most developers have never dealt with. Mobile apps Native and cross-platform for Android and iOS using Flutter, React Native, Kotlin, and Swift. Clean architecture, Firebase and Supabase backends, real-time data, push notifications, in-app purchases, and everything needed to get an app store-ready and approved. Web and backend When an app needs a real backend, I build it rather than handing you a integration problem. NestJS, Next.js, REST APIs, Postgres, authentication, admin dashboards, and WordPress and WooCommerce integrations for e-commerce. The store side, which is where most projects stall I have set up and managed Google Play and App Store accounts, individual and organization, for clients worldwide. Policy compliance, Data Safety and App Privacy forms, signing and release management, and rejections. If your app got rejected or your account needs setup, I have done it before. What clients say about working with me: I understand requirements fast, I communicate clearly, I don't need to be told the same thing twice, and I deliver on time. That's not my opinion, that's straight from my reviews. Tell me what you're building and I'll tell you honestly whether I'm the right fit.

  • Virtual Reality
  • Unity
  • Mobile App Development
  • Mobile Game Development
  • Godot
  • Flutter
  • Augmented Reality
  • Android App Development
  • iOS Development
  • React Native
  • Kotlin
  • Swift
  • Photon Unity Networking
  • Online Multiplayer
  • Firebase
  • Game Design
  • AR & VR Development
  • C#
  • Game Development
  • App Store Upload

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VR developer hiring guide

Virtual reality developers create immersive digital experiences that transform how businesses engage with customers, train employees, and showcase products. Industries like healthcare, real estate, and manufacturing are rapidly adopting VR to reduce training costs, improve engagement, and accelerate product iteration.

What does a VR developer do?

A VR developer creates immersive virtual reality experiences using specialized game engines like Unity and Unreal Engine, programming languages such as C# and C++, and VR-specific software development kits (SDKs). These professionals combine 3D modeling, interactive programming, and performance optimization to build applications that run smoothly across different VR hardware like Meta Quest, HTC Vive, and PlayStation VR.

Professional VR developers handle diverse projects, including:

  • VR training simulations. Develop immersive training programs for industries like healthcare, aviation, and manufacturing.
  • VR games. Create engaging games with interactive storylines optimized for VR platforms.
  • Virtual tours. Build 360-degree tours for real estate, tourism, and education.
  • Product visualization. Design VR experiences allowing customers to explore products before purchase.
  • VR therapy applications. Build therapeutic applications for mental health and physical rehabilitation.

How to hire a VR developer on Upwork

Upwork makes it easy to find, vet, and hire freelance VR developers at all skills levels and from all over the world. You only need to follow these four simple steps.

Step 1: Post a job

Your job post serves as the first point of contact with potential VR developers. A detailed posting attracts developers with the specific expertise your project requires. In your post:

  • Use a descriptive title like "VR developer for healthcare training simulation"
  • Specify required technical skills (Unity, Unreal Engine, C#, C++)
  • Identify target VR platforms (Meta Quest, HTC Vive, PlayStation VR)
  • Include project deliverables, timeline, and budget range

To create a tailored job post quickly, try the Job Post Generator powered by Uma™, Upwork’s Mindful AI. Describe what you need in a few sentences, and Uma will craft a job post in seconds. You can also review job description templates and examples for inspiration.

Step 2: Evaluate candidates

As proposals come in, you’ll want to review them in a way that is thorough and efficient. 

  • Have Uma give instant video interviews and side-by-side comparisons
  • Use Upwork’s filters to find candidates by rate, location, and experience
  • Review proposals for signs that the candidate has understood your job post and has the skills to meet your needs
  • Check portfolios for case studies and past VR projects that have requirements similar to yours
  • Verify expertise with your required tools and target VR platforms
  • Look for experience with performance optimization and motion sickness mitigation

Step 3: Interview your top choices

A quick video interview gives you the chance to ask any questions you have left for your top choices, and to get a feel for what a collaboration with them might be like.

  • Schedule and conduct interviews within Upwork messaging to get instant transcripts and summaries from Uma
  • Have the candidate walk you through a piece from their portfolio, focusing on how the candidate’s technical competency helped meet the client’s goals
  • Ask about their approach to motion sickness prevention and performance optimization
  • Request demonstrations of previous VR projects
  • Discuss their development process and testing methodology
  • Talk about their experience with your target VR platforms

If you’re unfamiliar with interviewing freelancers, you can refer to common interview questions to help keep your conversations focused and productive. You can also consider reviewing game developer interview questions and 3D artist interview questions for more targeted questions.

Step 4: Agree on scope and begin work

Once you’ve found the right person, you can send a contract directly through the Upwork marketplace. A solid contract protects both parties and helps collaborations be successful from beginning to end.

  • Use Upwork's contract workroom, messaging, and payment protection for secure collaboration
  • Choose fixed-price contracts for projects with clear deliverables, such as developing a short video for a single platform
  • Separate complex projects into clear milestones, such as prototyping, alpha release, beta release, and final product
  • Choose hourly contracts for ongoing work or projects without clear deliverables, such as developing many features of a large game for several platforms

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How much does hiring a VR developer cost?

Independent professionals on Upwork base their rates according to market demand, the scope and complexity of the project, and their own skills and expertise. The following chart lists typical prices for VR development projects commonly found on Upwork.

Basic 360° virtual tour

$1,000-$8,000/project

Entry-level
  • 360-degree photo/video integration
  • Basic navigation hotspots
  • Single-platform deployment

Simple VR application

$10,000-$25,000/project

Mid-level
  • Interactive 3D environment
  • Basic user interactions
  • Single VR platform support

VR training simulation

$50,000-$100,000/project

Mid-level to expert
  • Custom 3D asset creation
  • Scenario-based training modules
  • Progress tracking integration

Interactive VR game

$50,000-$150,000/project

Expert-level
  • Full game mechanics development
  • High-fidelity graphics
  • Multiplatform optimization

Enterprise VR solution

$100,000-$300,000+/project

Expert-level
  • Multiuser functionality
  • AI-driven interactions
  • Custom hardware integration

FAQs about VR developers

Frequently asked questions

Is hiring a VR developer worth it?

Hiring a professional VR developer is worth the investment when your business goals demand high quality, immersive experiences. Simple 360-degree tours can sometimes be created with DIY tools, but custom VR applications require professional expertise. Professional developers ensure smooth, comfortable experiences through proper performance optimization and user experience design.

What skills should I look for in a VR developer?

When hiring a VR developer, look for strong expertise in Unity or Unreal Engine, proficiency in C# or C++, and experience with VR SDKs (Oculus SDK, SteamVR, OpenVR). Technical skills should include 3D mathematics, physics simulations, and performance optimization. Check for experience with your target VR platforms and knowledge of motion sickness prevention and intuitive interactions.

What industries benefit most from VR development?

As VR development becomes more mainstream, it's gaining traction in several industries. Healthcare perhaps leads VR adoption with surgical training simulations. Real estate uses VR for virtual property tours. Manufacturing leverages VR for product design reviews and safety training. Education creates immersive learning experiences, while retail uses VR for virtual showrooms. And architecture uses it for client walkthroughs before construction.

How long does a VR development project typically take?

Simple 360-degree virtual tours typically take 2-4 weeks. Interactive VR applications require 2-3 months. Complex training simulations need 4-6 months, while metaverse and multi-user VR environments may require 6-12 months or longer.